Designer Erik Shauver put all his design experience from designing
HPI's high performance cars, like the Hellfire and the Pro 4, into
the Firestorm. It combines the latest advances in RC racing truck
technology and suspension design to set a new benchmark in 2WD
stadium trucks. In the HPI line up the Firestorm replaces the
hugely popular HPI Nitro Rush with a big performance increase at
about the same price. It's easy to spot the Firestorm's design
heritage from the Hellfire in the sleek black look, the subdued
chassis anodizing, and the smart and efficient layout. Many design
features of the high spec Hellfire have been carried over - from
the black upper deck, the complete set of hex screws, the captured
hinge pins front and rear, and the next-level suspension design and
layout!

HPI thought of everything when it came to
remaking the 2WD stadium truck. You get a huge power increase from
a new, stronger pullstart G3.0 engine and an all-new chassis design
to bring racing like performance to a rock solid entry level
truck.

Performance Driven Design

Race-inspired features give great handling on all surfaces from
open fields, parks, even to your local racing track. The dual-deck
design features a 3mm aluminium main chassis and an aluminium upper
deck. A low-profile 75cc fuel tank and laydown steering servo help
provide a very low centre of gravity (CG). A full set of
turnbuckles allows you to adjust camber and front toe. The rear toe
and anti-squat angles are adjustable using pivot blocks, just like
on the high-spec racing buggies. Real oil-filled shocks absorb all
bumps and jumps and keep the tyres on the ground. Real silicone
shock oil is used to provide consistent performance in all
temperatures. The shocks even feature threaded shock bodies for
easy spring adjustments, and the many shock mounts (3 upper, 2
lower) give a multitude of tuning possibilities. 16 ball bearings
provide maximum drive train efficiency for faster top speed and
durability. Wide-track suspension and all-new tyres front and rear
give the Firestorm superb control. Providing extra grip and control
are the new square-pin Ground Assault rear tyres get the power to
the ground and asymmetric dual-edge Front Line tyres to keep the
Firestorm pointed in the right direction.

The Firestorm is as durable as it is
nimble, giving you maximum enjoyment under any conditions! The
aluminium main chassis and upper deck combine with the steel
chassis brace to make the Firestorm extremely stiff. A dual-pad
slipper clutch protects the drivetrain from rough landings, while
the 0.8 module clutchbell and spur gear are designed for maximum
efficiency and reliability. The transmission features a 4.11 to 1
ratio and a sealed planetary gear differential, allowing you to
tune the performance of the truck with different diff oils.
Stopping the Firestorm is a fibre disk brake actuated by easy to
adjust linkage. The steel centre chassis brace provides extra
stiffness and keeps the gear mesh between the spur and clutchbell
consistent. Steel front axles and rear dogbones take the extreme
punishment of bashing and racing in the worst possible
environments. Protecting the electronics are sealed compartments
for the battery pack and receiver, protecting them from the
elements and strategically placed for optimum weight balance.

The little details weren't missed out either. You can see the
designer's perfection in every Firestorm feature such as: a
two-stage foam air filter with a 90-degree rubber elbow, fuel tube
clips to keep the tubing out of the way of rotating parts, an
innovative battery wire routing system, adjustable body posts to
fit a variety of optional bodyshells, piston brake calliper
actuation, high-flow manifold and silicone tuned pipe coupling and
rubber mounts for the fuel tank. All this shows how much HPI
listened to devoted owners and fans of stadium nitro RC trucks!
On the power front the Firestorm features the new HPI Nitro Star
G3.0 engine. This new high output engine features a racing standard
SG shaft for better power transfer to the transmission. An
aluminium crankcase with cooling fins and large heatsink head
provide optimal cooling for long engine life and consistent
performance. An aluminium tuned pipe and one-piece manifold give
maximum torque and raw stump-pulling power! A reliable, easy pull
starter and a dual stage foam filter round out the engine package
to make it the ultimate power source.

From 'bashers' to racers - the Firestorm has plenty for
everyone. The pre-assembled chassis and painted & trimmed body are
ideal for the nitro newcomer, while the pure racing technology
imbued in the truck make it clear that it can take anything you can
throw at it! Racing enthusiasts will marvel at all the features
included with the Firestorm, while new RC hobbyists will simply
enjoy the benefits of HPI's years of experience in making high
quality RC products! The Firestorm is pre-assembled right out of
the box - from the factory-fitted radio gear and G3.0 engine to the
painted and trimmed desert truck racer bodyshell! The reliable HPI
TF-1 AM radio system provides all the control you'll need.